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AndMatt · 2021-11-30T12:03:48+00:00

I'm sorry, I'm sure I used to be able to think for myself. I was quite proud of myself, after a horrible year, I contacted a friend and organised a big day out in London. Really had to make myself do it but once done I felt so much better and had something to look forward to it. When I booked it a week or so ago it seemed perfectly fine and reasonable. Now it seems a bit stupid. I'm not worried for me or my friend, both in good health and thrice jabbed, but we both have elderly parents etc and there's the social responsibility aspect. It involves public transport , including the tube, lunch, a show in the West End and an evening in a sweaty basement [grin]. I swear a week ago there was no reason not to....

Joystir59 · 30/11/2021 21:46

I'd go.

TheLovelinessOfDemons · 30/11/2021 21:49

I'd go but then I live here.

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AndMatt · 30/11/2021 21:53

So no one sees it as their civic responsibility to take a bit more care? I work in school, but I see the risk as much bigger at these events than in school and then I take it back to the school community...

When I booked I was really starting to believe we were back to normal and now I'm starting to fret that restrictions will return.

So yes, do it while we can, but if that's what we all do that increases the risk that increased measures will be necessary.

But I'm obviously over thinking and most people would just get on with it.

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Figgyboa · 30/11/2021 22:14

@Katie517

Go, nothing has changed in the last week except media hype. The new variant has likely been here for weeks. You need to live your life

100% this!

cassgate · 30/11/2021 22:38

I work in a school too but am not putting my life on hold anymore. We have just had an outbreak at school which was spread initially by a birthday party. Siblings of those who tested positive were still allowed in school and as predicted it spread like wildfire through 3 other year groups in the space of 5 days. All staff continued to work as normal. I was also expected to work when both my DD closely followed by DS caught COVID in September. Whether you agree with it or not the government has chosen to allow this, so If I am allowed to work even when members of my own household are positive then I will also continue with my day to day life and activities as I see fit. I have 2 separate trips planned to London next week. One with friends for a meal and drinks, the other Xmas shopping which will probably end with a meal and drinks somewhere. DD also wants to see Mamma Mia which we will do during the xmas holidays. I feel comfortable in my decisions but respect others rights to make their own risk assessment and decision about what they feel comfortable with.

MrsSkylerWhite · 30/11/2021 22:52

AndMatt

So no one sees it as their civic responsibility to take a bit more care? I work in school, but I see the risk as much bigger at these events than in school and then I take it back to the school community...”

Yes of course but I work on the, I think very reasonable, assumption that anyone at increased risk wouldn’t be going to a cinema or theatre at the moment.

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AndMatt · 30/11/2021 22:53

@MrsSkylerWhite

AndMatt

So no one sees it as their civic responsibility to take a bit more care? I work in school, but I see the risk as much bigger at these events than in school and then I take it back to the school community...”

Yes of course but I work on the, I think very reasonable, assumption that anyone at increased risk wouldn’t be going to a cinema or theatre at the moment.

That's not what I'm saying though. I catch it in the theatre and I take it back to where vulnerable people may be. School, shops etc

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MrsSkylerWhite · 30/11/2021 22:54

So don’t go 🤷‍♀️

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AndMatt · 30/11/2021 22:54

Also it's not about the vulnerable, it's about the numbers and the fear that restrictions will have to be reintroduced.

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november90 · 01/12/2021 04:45

Irresponsible? Well think that I am consciously taking more care by wearing my mask, lots of fresh air, lots of cleanliness and hygiene etc.
But during lockdown my husband walked out on me during my pregnancy, my son was born and rushed into icu where I stay in hospital ALONE, my eldest son missed out on nursery and a "normal" start to school... I've missed nativities, school photos, newborn photos shoots, baby groups, most social interaction. It's literally been hell. I feel like I've had a massive part of my life which I dreamt about as a little girl (becoming a mum and enjoying tm babies) taken away from me. Like literally everyone else I have missed out on a hell of a lot and whilst yes we all absolutely have a responsibility to each other, our lives are ticking on and you need to find a balance between taking responsibility and enjoying your life because this isn't going away anytime soon.

If you think it's irresponsible then that's your opinion and your choice. I personally would go, but nobody is forcing you.

urbanbuddha · 01/12/2021 05:19

Sķip the sweaty basement. Some theatres have already announced mandatory face coverings.

MrsJackWhicher · 01/12/2021 05:24

Go and have fun. I live in London and do all of that all the time and highly recommend it. No point in living if you are simply existing until you die of something sometime.

Tickly · 01/12/2021 23:20

@AndMatt

So no one sees it as their civic responsibility to take a bit more care? I work in school, but I see the risk as much bigger at these events than in school and then I take it back to the school community...

When I booked I was really starting to believe we were back to normal and now I'm starting to fret that restrictions will return.

So yes, do it while we can, but if that's what we all do that increases the risk that increased measures will be necessary.

But I'm obviously over thinking and most people would just get on with it.

I do. I live and work in London. I train to work in a mask and I wear one in and out of shops and restaurants (just not when seated). At the theatre I wear a proper ffp3 of whatever they're called as I want to protect me too but usually I see a mask as protecting othersso I use a washable one. I have school ages kids and am not quite eligible for my third jab. But I see the precautions I take as reasonable and proportionate to protect me and the people I love and those I work with too. I would go OP but just be sensible.

Pascal80 · 01/12/2021 23:49

I wouldn't go, but then I mix with a lot of older people and some disabled children and I'm not risking catching Covid and giving it to them.
A day out in London would not be worth the worry for me - not at all. If I absolutely had to go for any reason, that would be different, but certainly not for recreation.

DockOTheBay · 02/12/2021 05:24

I definitely would, in fact I'm going to London on the train next week. If you were happy to go last week I don't really see what's changed.

tootyfruitypickle · 02/12/2021 06:26

My elderly dad goes all over London on public transport

I'm having a day like yours on Sunday and I won't wear a mask while watching the show. Only on public transport .

I bet when you go you'll not be worried . Much better when you're out and about

actiongirl1978 · 02/12/2021 06:31

Go.

I'm doing the same thing next week - long boozy lunch in a marvellous restaurant.

But my 70's parents have had a social whirl since the summer and would never let a virus stop them going away for a weekend or a West end show, so I'm as likely to to catch it from them as them from me!

actiongirl1978 · 02/12/2021 06:32

Oh and as PP above I will only be wearing a mask when I absolutely have to. I also don't sanitise - it's an airborne virus.

MrsJackWhicher · 02/12/2021 06:43

@actiongirl1978

Go.

I'm doing the same thing next week - long boozy lunch in a marvellous restaurant.

But my 70's parents have had a social whirl since the summer and would never let a virus stop them going away for a weekend or a West end show, so I'm as likely to to catch it from them as them from me!

Good for them! And they are also giving a livelihood to the restaurants etc that the more selfish cancellers would sabotage for a baseless panic.

tootyfruitypickle · 02/12/2021 06:54

I really think all we can do now to be responsible but live is vaccinate ourselves and stay at home if unwell. Masks on a train or bus yes, don't see the point in shops (but I will), but i wouldn't go to a theatre or restaurant if forced to wear a mask .

If you're nervous be prepared that most people in the theatre won't be masked , not sure how it is with new variant but I went a fortnight ago and hardly anyone was.

Joystir59 · 02/12/2021 07:07

I will live as freely as I can within official covid restrictions. I will not curb my behaviour at all because life is short and life is to be lived.

Joystir59 · 02/12/2021 07:11

Before Christmas I'm going to: an exhibition preview, a boozy lunch with friends, carol singing, hot toddy gathering with friends, two other lunches, train trip to London to stay in two different family households, train trip home, Christmas panto, Christmas day with family and friends from five different households. I'm triple jabbed and flu jabbed. I'm not cancelling anything.

Waxonwaxoff0 · 02/12/2021 07:36

@Joystir59

Before Christmas I'm going to: an exhibition preview, a boozy lunch with friends, carol singing, hot toddy gathering with friends, two other lunches, train trip to London to stay in two different family households, train trip home, Christmas panto, Christmas day with family and friends from five different households. I'm triple jabbed and flu jabbed. I'm not cancelling anything.

Same here. I've got 5 meals out booked, pub for my Christmas work do, going to a Christmas market, panto, light show and taking DS to see Santa then off to Butlins for new year.

Buzzinwithbez · 02/12/2021 09:06

Go and enjoy yourself!
Nothing has changed. Cases are stable, hospitalisations are down a quarter on 4 weeks ago.
If Omicron were to take hold, it won't be until well after Christmas according to the modelling I've seen. It's a few scattered cases for now.